I normally gravitate towards grab-and-go breakfasts: muffins, scones, croissants. Basically anything I can eat quickly with my morning coffee. Weekend breakfasts are a completely different story. That’s when I crave a hot breakfast, fresh squeezed juice, and free time to lounge around. As the holidays approach, weekends are packed with parties, shopping, and every errand you can think of. A batch of this Eggnog French toast casserole is an easy way to slow down, relax, and savor the moment.
How to prepare Eggnog French Toast Casserole:
Prepping this French toast casserole is super easy. It can be prepared the day before serving. Any sturdy bread works well (such as brioche or challah), but I prefer to use French loaf for this recipe. It’s best to use day old bread. The slightly stale bread will soak up the milky batter much better. Traditionally, French toast is made with eggs, milk, and cream. This holiday version uses eggnog to add extra warmth and flavor. The addition of cinnamon and nutmeg rounds out the festive touch. If you’d like to a make an adults version, you can spike it with a little rum or brandy.
By shingling the bread, like the photo above, you’ll be able to achieve a crusty exterior on top and the iconic custard-like interior. Let the bread soak overnight and pop it in the oven the following morning. In less than an hour, you’ll have a warm delicious breakfast ready to serve!
Here are a few more French toast recipes you might enjoy:
French Toast Waffles Banana Bread French Toast Overnight Blueberry French Toast S’mores French Toast Baked French Toast
